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Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby Steve Grisetti » Thu Aug 27, 2020 9:25 am

Here's my latest tutorial on digitizing tape-based video with the Diamond VC500.

It's probably the best USB-based device for capturing analog video, although I do recommend using it with software other than that included with the device.

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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby RJ Johnston » Thu Aug 27, 2020 4:07 pm

That's what I've used since way back. A whole bunch for sale on ebay -- some brand new.
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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby Chuck Engels » Fri Aug 28, 2020 12:58 pm

I would sure love to see a side by side comparison for VHS captured via Firewire using the Canopus or Pyro Link, compared to USB and the Diamond VC500. Reviews for this on Amazon are all over the place although overall it has a good rating.
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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby RJ Johnston » Sat Aug 29, 2020 2:48 pm

I splurged for a Pyro A/V Link (open box but otherwise new) on ebay, since I have a PC with firewire. Somebody else will have to splurge more for the Canopus.

I'm hoping this will be a lot of fun to test out.
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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby Steve Grisetti » Sat Aug 29, 2020 3:47 pm

I'll be interested to see your results, Robert.

Although this isn't supposed to be a contest. It's just a means of digitizing video without having to retrofit your computer and hunt down equipment that hasn't been in production in over a decade.
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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby Chuck Engels » Sun Aug 30, 2020 6:36 pm

I just want to see a side by side comparison of the same VHS tape captured over USB and over Firewire. Just me but I think the Firewire capture will produce a better quality digital file.
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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby RJ Johnston » Sun Aug 30, 2020 7:20 pm

My Pyro will arrive next week. That produces DV instead of mpeg, from what I can tell. The quality should be at least a little better.
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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby Chuck Engels » Sun Aug 30, 2020 7:25 pm

I think the Pyro would have a more consistent capture, drop fewer frames and have zero audio sync issues unlike many USB capture devices. It may be old but it works and it works well.

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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby MP#$864zz » Mon Aug 31, 2020 2:18 pm

Hello
BIG Thanks to Steve for the VHS Tutorial Very Nice.
Just getting Started with VHS to Digital.
Had some problems with Diamond 500.
I worked it out but Very Disappointed in Diamond
Support NON EXISTENT. No easy way to Contact support.
Just a few FAQ on web page most info is 4 years old
After doing a lot of Searching on Google. Most people
Feel that the Diamond 500 is very Comparable to
the old Firewire Method. Some sites Have Video comparisons between the
two Methods Posted. As Steve said the problem is the included Capture
Software EZGrabber NO SUPPORT.
Just getting started on the Transfers. FredZ
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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby MP#$864zz » Mon Aug 31, 2020 11:20 pm

Hello
Installed Potplayer.
Pot Player will not Record Video from VCR.
VC 500 Hardware Installed OK works with Other Appa.

Error Message : it is not Possible to Capture
no audio or Video in File.

I looked for Help file or info on Web.
Any Suggestions ?

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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby MP#$864zz » Tue Sep 01, 2020 12:03 am

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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby MP#$864zz » Tue Sep 01, 2020 12:06 am

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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby Steve Grisetti » Tue Sep 01, 2020 7:26 am

Did you follow the set-up instructions in my video?
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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby MP#$864zz » Tue Sep 01, 2020 10:56 am

Hello Steve
Thanks for the Reply.
YES I tried to Follow Your Video.
Everything seemed to be OK.
When I hit Play I Got Error Message.
Tried to Post Screen Shots of Error
Message to POST.
When I checked Post had Error Message
about Attachment ?
"You do not have the required permissions to view the files attached to this post."

Only Question I had about Config Page
Was I was not able to change Save Location
At Top of Page.
PotPlayer seems very complicated but does
not have the Usual HELP File.

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Re: Capture tape-based video with the Diamond VC500

Postby Steve Grisetti » Tue Sep 01, 2020 11:31 am

I'm not sure what to tell you, Fredz. I can't duplicate your problems. Once I installed the drivers and software (with the Diamond unit plugged into my USB) that came with the Diamond VC500 and rebooted and then installed POT Player, it all worked perfectly.

If you'd like, we can try to set up a Skype meeting and you could share your screen and we could walk through your set-up step by step. If you'd like to try that, contact me at steve at this web site dot com.
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